PROF. SHAHERA ZAITOUN WON NOBEL SCIENTIST AWARD IN THE FIELD OF PLANT PRODUCTION AND PROTECTION

BY SCIENTIFIC LAURELS Plant Production and Protection JORDAN

Prof. Shahera Zaitoun is a distinguished academician and natural sciences expert with over 26 years of extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. She is currently serving as the Dean of Graduate Studies at Al-Balqa Applied University, Jordan. Throughout her career, she has held prominent roles, including Dean of Scientific Research and Innovation, and Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, playing a pivotal role in shaping institutional academic strategies.

Prof. Zaitoun has been a professor within the Faculty of Agricultural Technology, specializing in Plant Production and Protection, and has served at leading institutions such as Jordan University of Science and Technology and Jerash National University.

Significant Achievements

  • Over 55 scholarly publications, including journal articles, a specialized book, and an educational video program.

  • Citations:

    • Google Scholar: 966 citations, h-index: 17, i10-index: 25

    • Scopus: 416 citations, h-index: 11

    • Web of Science: 272 citations, h-index: 9

    • ResearchGate: 651 citations

  • Editorial Board Member of 8 renowned international journals.

  • Dean Leadership: Key figure in the establishment of several departments and research centers at Al-Balqa Applied University, including the Faculty of Agricultural Technology and research apiaries.

  • Supervised numerous MSc students and served on various postgraduate committees.

  • Organized and participated in over 24 national and international conferences, many as a scientific committee member or keynote speaker.

Notable Contributions

  • Pioneered research in apiculture, agricultural innovation, and plant biotechnology across Jordan and the Arab world.

  • Led and contributed to 13 major research projects with regional and international impact.

  • Actively involved in community training programs and knowledge dissemination, bridging academic research with agricultural and environmental development.

  • Championed women’s leadership in science and was honored as a Distinguished Woman Researcher by the Venus International Foundation in 2021.

  • Played an instrumental role in advancing bio-agricultural technologies and fostering educational quality assurance in higher education.

Eligibility for Nobel Scientist Award

Prof. Shahera Zaitoun’s lifelong dedication to science, research, academic leadership, and innovation marks her as an exceptional candidate for the Nobel Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels. Her profound influence on agricultural sciences, commitment to global scientific collaboration, and groundbreaking contributions in applied research make her a paragon of excellence in academia.